To continue my career with an organization that will utilize my Administrative and management skills to benefit mutual growth and success. Working diligently as a team member, utilizing the knowledge and skills gained through time and, ability to exploit my talents and potential.

Name: Christine Nelly Akinyi

Work Experience

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

The United Nations Headquarters,

Apr2011 – Jan2012

in Nairobi (SOMALIA/ERITREA MONITORING GROUP).

UNITED NATIONS OFFICE AT NAIROBI (SEMG).April 2011 - Jan - 2012

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT.Responsibilities

ADMINISTRATIVE - Maintaining a calendar of official meetings and travel for members of the Monitoring Group; Submitting travel authorization in the Information Management Information Systems (IMIS) for regional travel and for certification; requesting itinerary from travel agency and coordinating travel information with the Group; obtaining security clearances for regional travel, where appropriate; securing visa requirements for each expert; arrangement of airport pick up and drop off for high level officials and support to expediting of customs and immigration procedures, inputting of invoices for payment in IMIS; submission of travel requests to UNON Finance Unit for all regional travel of the experts; maintaining the attendance register for office personnel; preparing the monthly attendance report of the Group for the signature of the Coordinator; preparing monthly reports of the Group for the signature of the Coordinator; Acting as liaison between the Finance Unit, the Group and the Administrative Focal Point. Ensuring that the consultants Visa and work permits are processed according to UN requirements.

CLERICAL - Preparing draft letters/replies, finalize routine correspondence and maintaining the smooth flow of correspondence; maintaining the office files; organizing and filing all incoming and outgoing correspondence and circulate to members of the Monitoring Group as appropriate.

LOGISTICAL: Coordinating movements in and around Nairobi for Monitoring Group members; supervising and coordinating the activities of the office drivers; ensuring the accuracy of vehicle log books; ensuring, in coordination with UNON and the Administrative Focal Person of the Security Council Subsidiary Organs Branch, the good order of office equipment and timely availability of supplies and stationery. Ensuring security arrangements are available for consultants whenever needed.

HUMAN RESOURCE: - Screen, vet and shortlist candidates for further consideration for employment. Carry out interviews, selection and general recruitment of candidates. Provide orientation and training for new staff members. Ensure that the consultants contracts and for the staff members are fully compliant.

TELEPHONE BILLING/COMPUTER HARDWARE: - Liaise with UNON IT in regards to new device and line subscriptions. Follow up on telephone billings, making sure that the indicated bills are vetted and corrected before submitting to budget for deductions. Maintained and established digital and hardcopy filing system for the department.

Personal Assistant Services - Provided administrative support in managing priorities of the Chief of Service; Served as a first point of contact and communications link between the Chief, ICTS staff and, clients; on behalf of the Chief keep others informed; bringing sensitive and urgent matters to the attention of the Chief. Calendar scheduling on behalf of the Chief; effectively prioritize and resolve related conflicts and competing demands. Screen and prioritize all incoming correspondence Coordinating travel for ICTS staff both local and international. Filing of ICTS correspondence and documentation

Organizing staff meetings, workshops and seminars amongst others.

Make hotel reservations and provide logistical arrangements for UN staff members, as well as UN visitors, consultants on official travel and participants of UN meetings and workshops

Acts as procurement officer for the unit, by procuring office stationery, furniture and equipment.

Maintain accurate records and computer database files for the unit for staff records, human resource records and all other records necessary.

Leave Monitor - Prepared monthly and annual leave attendance sheets and served as the leave monitored for the department as well preparing and processing administrative requests such as travel requests for the department.

Assist in any other administrative duties as may be required by the UNON ICTS unit.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

COPTIC HOSPITAL,

Jun2007 – Oct2008

Responsibilities

Performed routine office tasks necessary for the operation and presentation of a professional office as observed by the Project Manager.

Developed and maintains comprehensive knowledge of diverse communities; provides information, referrals and follow-up in the hospital.

Observed front desk and reception attendants and ensure that their duties are completed in accordance with established policy and procedure of the hospital, i.e., proper public relations techniques are utilized, calls are handled both courteously and professionally, and calls are answered on a timely basis.

Directed and trained reception staff and operators. Assist in new-hire and on-going training. Direct and assist reception staff in, ensuring that all work is completed efficiently and according to schedule.

Administrative Assistant

DIRECTLINE ASSURANCE CO LTD,

Nov2005 – Apr2007

Direct line Assurance Co. Ltd is a profit making motor vehicle insurance company dealing with public service vehicles only.

Responsibilities & Achievements:

Provided secretarial services to the Company and Front office duties and assist the Finance officer in accounts, book keeping and management of petty cash.

Responsible for office management and daily running of the office.

Open, sort and distribute incoming correspondence, including faxes and email

Maintained office discipline and ensure effectiveness of operation of all support staff.

Prepared responses to correspondence containing routine enquiries.

Administrative Assistant

BIOTECHNOLOGY TRUST AFRICA,

Feb2000 – Aug2004

Kenya to promote the development and application of biotechnology in Africa with emphasis on agriculture, health, environment, industry, and policy.

Responsibilities & Achievements

Responsible for office management and daily running of the office.

Management of the administrative and general services budget.

Coordinated and directed office services such as records, budget preparation, personnel and housekeeping in order to aid executives.

Maintained office discipline and ensured effectiveness of operation of all support staff.

Responsible for procurement and stores management of office equipment and supplies.

Handled personnel files and records.

Data entry and filing.

Involved in meetings of both administrative and project-related activities